Artisan bakery interior with fresh bread

Las Cruces · Est. 2018

Taste the
difference
real food makes

Handcrafted breads, curated groceries, and thoughtfully sourced nutrition — made fresh daily in the heart of Las Cruces.

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Baker shaping artisan bread dough
7+ Years serving
Las Cruces

Our Story

A neighborhood staple built on intention

Central Nutrition began with a simple conviction: that the food your family eats should be made with care, from ingredients you can actually pronounce. What started as weekend baking sessions grew into a full-time pursuit of quality.

Today, our shop on South Water Street is where Las Cruces comes for bread that takes 48 hours to rise, groceries that honor the farmer, and nutrition that doesn't ask you to compromise on flavor.

We source locally whenever possible, bake in small batches, and believe that a well-made loaf of bread is a act of hospitality. Every item on our shelves has been tasted, tested, and approved by our team before it earns a place in your home.

100%

Artisan Baked

Local

Sourced Ingredients

Daily

Fresh Batches

What We Offer

From our oven
to your table

Freshly baked sourdough bread

Artisan Breads

Sourdough, ciabatta, focaccia, and seasonal varieties — all leavened naturally and baked to order.

Whole grain and seeded breads

Whole Grain & Seeded

Nutrient-dense loaves crafted with ancient grains, seeds, and flours milled for peak flavor and nutrition.

Assorted pastries and baked goods

Pastries & Sweets

Croissants, tarts, and seasonal desserts made from scratch each morning with butter and real ingredients.

Curated grocery shelves with organic products

Curated Groceries

Pantry essentials, olive oils, vinegars, spices, and specialty items — each chosen for quality and origin.

Health foods and superfoods in glass jars

Nutrition & Superfoods

Proteins, supplements, dried fruits, nuts, and functional foods for those who prioritize what they fuel their bodies with.

Fresh seasonal fruits and produce

Fresh Produce

Seasonal fruits and vegetables sourced from local New Mexico farms, delivered regularly to ensure peak freshness.

The Craft

Patience is our secret ingredient

We don't rush bread. Our sourdough ferments for 24 to 48 hours, developing complex flavors and a crumb structure that mass-produced loaves simply cannot replicate.

Every recipe is a collaboration between tradition and what our community asks for. When you tell us you miss a particular grain, we find it. When you need something for a celebration, we bake it.

Our grocery selection follows the same philosophy: minimal processing, transparent sourcing, and products that make cooking at home feel like an act of care rather than a chore.

Small Batch

Baked daily in quantities that guarantee freshness

Long Fermented

24–48 hour cold fermentation for depth and digestibility

Locally Sourced

Supporting New Mexico farmers and producers

Made with Care

Every product tastes like someone actually cares

Baker dusting flour on workstation
48h fermentation
minimum

Find Us

Come say hello

Address

120 S Water St

Las Cruces, NM 88001

Hours

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

"The bread here changed how my family eats. We can't imagine going anywhere else."

— A satisfied neighbor

Get in Touch

We'd love to hear from you

Have a question, want to place a special order, or just want to say hi? Drop us a line and we'll get back to you promptly.

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